A driver had passengers in his Roadrunners taxi - including a one-year-old child - when the stone smashed the front passenger window, showering the inside of the taxi with glass.

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The two incidents have not been linked by police.

Following the attack on the police car, the West Yorkshire Police Dogs team shared images of the attack on Twitter, receiving support from other officers and the general public, who condemned the mindless attack.

Broken window of unmarked West Yorkshire Police car, which had a police dog and his handler inside

West Yorkshire Police Chief Cons Dee Collins posted: “Absolutely disgraceful incident and we will find and deal with those responsible. I’ve been in touch with the officer & supervision and he’s shaken but ok. Completely unacceptable #ProtectTheProtectors #Heretokeepyousafe @WestYorksPolice.”

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West Yorkshire Police has said they are working to tackle stone-throwing and anti-social behaviour in 'hotspot areas' in east Leeds.

A spokesman said: "We are working with our neighbourhood teams to target those areas to deter any further offences. We will be working to identify those involved and will take appropriate action, including exploring the full range of control measures available through Leeds Anti-Social Behaviour Team.

"At the same time we will be working with schools and youth organisations to educate young people around the dangers and risks of this type of behaviour which not only impacts on the drivers but also affects a service provided to the communities in which those young people live.”